Chris Hines MBE Hon.D.Sc.
Chris has over 30 years of experience in environmental advocacy and has inspired positive change throughout his career. He co-founded and served as Director of Surfers Against Sewage (1990-2000), praised as one of the UK’s most effective environmental groups. He was also Sustainability Director at the Eden Project, where he developed the “Waste Neutral” initiative and promoted sustainable business practices.
Chris has provided expert testimony to the UK Parliament, European Commission, and other significant bodies, and has been a special advisor to the UK Environment Minister. His media appearances include BBC World Service, Panorama, and CNN. In 2008, he was awarded an MBE for services to the environment and an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Plymouth.
He has presented to various organisations, including Accenture, BMW, and the National Grid, and currently serves on the BBC’s Sustainability Advisory Group. Chris focuses on strategic planning, communications, leadership, and integrating sustainability into profitable business practices, believing in the positive impact of business on the environment. He remains an avid surfer.